Our Story
Where 3RG
Began
In November 2007, founder Terry Ford — known in-world as Butch Arnold — discovered the open-source OpenSim platform. As a long-time programmer, hobbyist, and Second Life user, he recognized the potential immediately and began building what would become 3RD Rock Grid.
By June 2008, with the help of prolific content creator Linda Kellie, 3RG had grown to over 1,200 registered users. By August 2008, the grid had sold almost 200 regions and was quickly becoming the most popular alternative to Second Life.
Read Full HistoryGrid Founded
Terry Ford discovers OpenSim and begins building in November 2007. 3RG goes online in February 2008.
First Permissions System
July 2008 — 3RG becomes the first OpenSim grid with working content permissions, protecting creators.
First Working Economy
July 2008 — 3RG launches the first in-world economy on any OpenSim grid, enabling buying and selling.
18+ Years of Innovation
Still running, still growing — 3RG continues to be a cornerstone of the OpenSim community worldwide.